It’s been an exciting week for this petite woman! I celebrated a birthday this past Tuesday, which may have been one of my favorites so far. There was no party, no fancy dinner, no superfluous presents. But after a day of birthday wishes, pretty flowers, an at-home dinner, and of course some sweets (yasss… cake!) I…
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Valentine’s Day Casual with Red Corduroy
Valentine’s Day is just days away and I foresee many many chocolates, flowers, and cutesy cards floating around homes and offices nationwide. I’ll admit that it’s a bit of a contrived holiday, and I have many friends who oppose the “so-called” romantic day, but I still find it endearing in many ways. And if it gives…
Vegan Red Velvet Cake
I’m always caught by surprise when Valentine’s Day rolls around. It’s in part because I get that “oh, shoot… did I make sure to get something for that special someone?” feeling and in part knowing another year has gone by. Days like these are like life markers, acting as little reference points for the passage…
City Chic: Drapey Camel Layers
*Snap!* And just like that, the first month of 2017 is history and February has officially made its entry. I feel like January passed just as quickly as most of my weekends do! I prize my weekends because I never have to turn on a morning alarm; or if I happen to accidentally do so, I…
Dark and Decadent Chocolate Mousse
A few weeks back, I wrote about hosting a New Years brunch party (remember those stunning chocolate champagne cupcakes?). In the planning process, I procured a collection of mini 4-ounce mason jars to use as little dessert vessels. Unfortunately, my mini dessert plan turned out to be an experimental a disaster that time. But luckily, a recent chocolate craving…